Alabama or Vedder for Pocket Carry??

[Whit]

Pocket carry is something I’ve never tried, therefore a little advice is being solicited from experience folks. Which of the two, Alabama or Vedder, would be best for front pocket carry of a J frame? If there is a brand that is better, which one and why is it superior? Thanks.

 

[Well Armed]

Pocket carry is something I’ve never tried, therefore a little advice is being solicited from experience folks. Which of the two, Alabama or Vedder, would be best for front pocket carry of a J frame? If there is a brand that is better, which one and why is it superior? Thanks.

I hate to be that guy who choose options that weren't offered, but I'd choose neither. For comfortable pocket carry, I prefer leather. For revolvers, I also perfer leather FWIW.

If my hand was forced, I'd go with Vedder. They have more customization options, are more well known, and they have a 20% promo running.

 

[Whit]

Thanks Well Armed. Do you have specific recommendations?

 

[326MOD10]

If you are set on kydex take a look at A Holster.

I like, and have, a Pocket Backbone I think it is and like it. It is thin and compact but keeps revolver where it should be.

You also might look at Mika. Good quality, highly thought of and Bob Mika is a great guy.

 

[Well Armed]

Thanks Well Armed. Do you have specific recommendations?

For the money? The Don Hume "001-FRONT POCKET." They too have sale going on as well, and their holsters are less expensive vs kydex holsters you're looking at which is backwards. The plastic fantastic synthetic holsters should be less expensive IMHO especially in the simple fold-over design that Alabama and Vedder incorporates.

 

[JayCeeNC]

I've used a Mika pocket holster for years.
Very affordable and works great.

 

[smitty_bs]

This....Mika.

 

[Well Armed]

I've used a Mika pocket holster for years.
Very affordable and works great.

Do you use the round or square cut?

 

[Malysh]

Kramer pocket holster.

 

[Glenn R. McMannly]

Mika is the top choice. And, his wait time is a week or two. The Kramer looks good but is 14-16 weeks.

Recently talked to Bob on the phone and he’s making me one of his for my Bond.

 

[mgriffin]

I mostly pocket carry my 442 in an Uncle Mikes. Very comfortable.

 

[max503]

Never thought I'd be a fan of sturdy leather pocket holsters until I got this. Now I'm looking for something similar for a J frame.

 

[hyena]

Add me to the Mika camp. The past couple of years, pocket carry is all I've done. Mika's for both my BG380 and 642. I went with the round cut.

 

[mikerjf]

I like the SoftArmor size 3 - it is a "sticky" type holster that also works for IWB in a pinch.

For pocket I prefer something that doesn't fit the gun so tightly that it comes out with the gun. Mostly what I want is for it to keep the gun upright and in place. The SoftArmor does that well, lets me get a good grip while still in the pocket, and is pretty dang cheep to boot.

 

[JayCeeNC]

Do you use the round or square cut?

Round cut.

 

[WardenRoss]

My Galco works great!
It holds the pistol secure and has a clean, fast draw. Just push a bit against the leather curve, with your middle finger and it breaks the slight hold, then draw.

 

[Norton 750]

Another vote for the Galco. A S&W Shrouded hammer Bodyguard .38 is the gun I carry when I can't carry a gun.

 

[PALADIN85020]

Here's My answer - Who needs a pocket holster?

John

 

[Lucnic]

Mika’s round cut. Law enforcement officer, understands pocket carry. Personally calls you to go over your order. Holster personalized to you. Reasonably priced. I own two.

 

[Glenn R. McMannly]

Here's My answer - Who needs a pocket holster?

John

Used a Barami for a few years. Nifty idea. But I switched to an LCR... I know I know.